• Install white window shades, drapes, or blinds to reflect heat away from the house.

• Close curtains on south- and west-facing windows during the day.

• Install awnings on south- and west-facing windows.

• Apply sun-control or other reflective films on south-facing windows to reduce solar gain.

• You can use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear plastic film to the inside of your window frames during the cold winter months.

• Install exterior or interior storm windows; storm windows can reduce heat loss through the windows by 25% to 50%.

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